Morning links: C.J. Wilcox powers Washington past Seattle University

Huskies’ guard C.J. Wilcox works down the lane as Redhawk guard Jarell Flora defends during the first half of the annual UW vs. Seattle University game at Alaska Airlines Arena on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2013. Washington led 42-33 at the half. (Lindsey Wasson – Seattle Times)

Necessity forced 6-5 C.J. Wilcox to slide into the power forward spot in the high-post offense and the senior standout responded with a game-high tying 22 points, seven rebounds and four assists in Sunday’s season-opening 88-78 win over Seattle University.

The Huskies (1-0) are waiting to hear news about sophomore forward Jernard Jarreau, who injured his right knee and left the game at the 18:25 mark. He’s expected to undergo a MRI exam today.

It’s unlikely he’ll play Thursday when UW hosts UC-Irvine. However, senior forward Perris Blackwell, who missed the season opener due to a concussion, is expected to be available.

— Colorado (1-1) bounced back from a season-opening loss and dropped UT-Martin 91-65 thanks to forward Josh Scott who had 15 points and eight rebounds.

— Oregon State’s 78-73 defeat to Coppin State was bad for the Beavers (0-1) and the Pac-12. But mostly it was bad for coach Craig Robinson, whose future in Corvallis, Ore. would seem to be in question if OSU doesn’t have a successful season. Still, senior guard Roberto Nelson, who scored a career-best 36 points, pinned the stunning defeat on the players who didn’t follow the game plan.

— Very interesting article by Bruce Pascoe at the Arizona Daily Star, which takes a look at the transfer culture that’s threatening to ruin college basketball.

— Here’s a closer look at Aaron Gordon’s debut last Friday at Arizona.